Public Input Wanted on VALife Insurance Policy Maintenance Form
Published Date: 7/14/2025
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The VA wants your thoughts on updating the Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife) Policy Maintenance Application. This update affects veterans who use VALife and aims to make managing their insurance easier. You’ve got 60 days to share your feedback—no cost changes, just smoother paperwork!
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